Rajasthan HC Expresses Shock Over 15-Year Trademark Delay, Directs Registrar to Clear Backlog
Rajasthan HC Expresses Shock Over 15-Year Trademark Delay, Directs Registrar to Clear Backlog August 20, 2025 IP Master Admin In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has directed the Registrar of Trademarks to decide all pending trademark registration applications expeditiously, emphasizing the urgent need to address the issue of prolonged backlogs. The direction came […]
Trademark Protection for Artificial Jewellery Businesses on Instagram & E-Commerce
From Instagram Sparkle to Brand Identity: Why Artificial Jewellery Businesses Must Secure Their Trademark August 17, 2025 IP Master Admin When Aditi first started her artificial jewellery brand on Instagram, it was just a hobby. She would post pictures of her handmade earrings and necklaces, respond to DMs, and ship orders wrapped in colourful paper. […]
Nutella Officially Recognized as a Well-Known Trademark in India: A Landmark Ruling by the Delhi High Court
Nutella Officially Recognized as a Well-Known Trademark in India: A Landmark Ruling by the Delhi High Court July 29, 2025 IP Master Admin In a powerful verdict that reinforces brand protection and consumer safety, the Delhi High Court has officially declared “Nutella” a well-known trademark in India, recognizing its distinctive identity, global reputation, and strong […]
Black & White Vs Colour Trademarks
Black & White Vs Colour Trademarks July 27, 2025 IP Master Admin Let’s imagine a scenario. A designer named Arun launches a premium natural skincare brand called “Glowroot.” His logo features an elegant tree with glowing yellow roots against a dark green background. The design quickly gains popularity for its earthy, premium appeal. Customers begin […]
Trademark Scams in India: How to Identify and Avoid Them
Trademark Scams in India: How to Identify and Avoid Them July 22, 2025 IP Master Admin It started with a phone call. Rajeev, a small business owner in Kochi, had just applied for his first trademark. A week later, he received a call from someone claiming to be from the “Trademark Compliance Board.” The voice […]
Trademark Renewal in India: Don’t Let Your Brand Expire
Trademark Renewal in India: Don’t Let Your Brand Expire July 14, 2025 IP Master Admin Ten years of effort, creativity, and reputation wiped out in silence. That’s what happened to a once-thriving business that forgot a simple but critical task: renewing its trademark. When their registration quietly expired, they assumed everything was fine until a […]
The Role of Class Selection in Trademark Applications: Why Riya’s Trademark Failed, and What You Can Learn from It
The Role of Class Selection in Trademark Applications: Why Riya’s Trademark Failed, and What You Can Learn from It July 4, 2025 IP Master Admin Riya, a young entrepreneur from Kochi, launched her brand “NatureNest” to sell organic soaps. Excited by the early success of her product, she immediately applied for a trademark under Class […]
MS Dhoni Moves to Trademark ‘Captain Cool’: What It Means in Legal Terms
MS Dhoni Moves to Trademark ‘Captain Cool’: What It Means in Legal Terms July 1, 2025 IP Master Admin Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of India’s most iconic cricket captains, is taking a strategic step to legally own the title he has long been celebrated by “Captain Cool.” Known for his calm and composed leadership style, […]
Food & Beverage Trademarking in India: What You Need to Know
Food & Beverage Trademarking in India: What You Need to Know July 1, 2025 IP Master Admin The Indian food and beverage industry is witnessing rapid growth, fuelled by evolving consumer preferences, the rise of cloud kitchens, packaged food startups, and the increasing influence of branding in purchase decisions. In such a competitive environment, […]
Faster Trademark Registration in India: What You Need to Know
Faster Trademark Registration in India: What You Need to Know June 21, 2025 IP Master Admin In the fast-paced world of business, time is often as critical as innovation. Whether you’re launching a product, pitching to investors, or planning to file internationally through the Madrid Protocol, a delay in trademark registration could expose your brand […]